The GSDRC team produces a variety of types of publications aimed at satisfying the information needs of different readers.
Helpdesk reports are rapid-response research reports providing a digest of key research findings, lessons and expert thinking on specific questions from development practitioners and policymakers.
Topic guides aim to provide a clear, concise and objective report on findings from rigorous research on critical areas of development policy. They highlight the key debates and evidence on the topic of focus, including on approaches and lessons. They are produced in close collaboration with international experts and with practitioners in DFID.
Conflict analyses synthesise findings and recommendations from the literature on the drivers of conflict and peace in specific contexts and the roles of domestic, regional and international actors. They usually draw on between 15-25 days of desk-based research, and are peer reviewed by external experts.
Literature reviews aim to orient policymakers to key debates, evidence and emerging issues. They provide more in-depth analysis than Helpdesk Reports, and usually draw on between 15-25 days of desk-based research. They are peer reviewed by external experts.
Professional development e-learning packs provide thought-provoking introductions by international experts to governance, social development, conflict and humanitarian topics and the emerging issues and debates within them. Most packs are accompanied by video presentations.
Webinars organised by the GSDRC in 2015 and 2016 covered a range of topics on governance, conflict, social development, featuring presentations by leading global experts.
Working Papers share emerging research and analysis on development and governance to inform policy and practice, and to invite dialogue ahead of formal publication.
Covid-19, Conflict, and Governance Evidence Summaries were produced weekly or biweekly in 2020 and 2021 to signpost the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and other UK government departments to the latest evidence and opinions on COVID-19 to inform and support their responses.
